Overview
Joseph City SD WWTF serves approximately 2,000 residents in Joseph City, Arizona. The plant discharges treated wastewater into the local watershed within the Little Colorado River basin.
Joseph City SD WWTF is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Joseph City, Arizona, serving a population of about 2,000 people. The plant is situated in Navajo County and operates as part of the town's public infrastructure. As a small-scale facility in the United States, the plant is subject to the Clean Water Act and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting requirements. Plants of this size typically employ secondary treatment or equivalent technologies to meet federal and state standards. The treated effluent is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Little Colorado River and ultimately reaches the Colorado River. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is an important resource for the arid region, making proper treatment essential for downstream ecosystems and water quality.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Little Colorado River basin, a tributary of the Colorado River. The Colorado River system is a critical water source for the southwestern United States, supporting agriculture, urban areas, and sensitive riparian habitats. The arid climate and high water demand in the region underscore the importance of effective wastewater treatment to protect water quality and aquatic ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Joseph City SD WWTF is located at 8162 Bushman Avenue, Joseph City, Arizona, in Navajo County.
The plant serves approximately 2,000 residents in the community of Joseph City.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the local watershed, which drains into the Little Colorado River basin.
As a US facility, the plant operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.
Small plants serving around 2,000 people typically employ secondary treatment processes, such as activated sludge or lagoon systems, to meet EPA standards for organic matter and solids removal.
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